Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic Accountancy apprentice. This is an 18 – 24 month apprenticeship where you will gain hands on experience, leading to a recognised AAT qualification. Wage £13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) Hours Office‑based role, working 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with no home working. 35 hours a week Start date Monday 20 April 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Reconciling client bank accounts and credit card statements. Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns. Preparing year‑end accounts and tax returns. Supporting general administrative tasks. Where you'll work GRAFTON HOUSE 81 CHORLEY OLD ROAD BOLTON BL1 3AJ Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider BOLTON COLLEGE Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Record transactional data. Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices. Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary. Plan and review accounting and finance tasks. Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications. Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks. Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data. Record transactional data. Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices. Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary. Plan and review accounting and finance tasks. Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications. Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks. Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data. Training schedule The apprentice will work towards the AAT qualification alongside gaining on‑the‑job experience in the office. Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English (grade GCSE grade 5 or above.) Maths (grade GCSE grade 5 or above.) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Presentation skills Administrative skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Initiative Non judgemental Patience Physical fitness About this employer As accountants and business advisers who know what it takes to be successful, we’re ready to help our clients understand how their accounts work, giving them the power to make the best business decisions they can. By providing straight-talking but approachable advice, our team aims to provide each of its clients the tools they need to ensure they’re tax-efficient and as profitable as possible. After this apprenticeship Demonstrating a commitment to passing exams and engaging in continuous professional development. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: BOLTON COLLEGE Adam Stanley adam.stanley@boltoncc.ac.uk The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019066.